Blue Jays file for free agency

by Scott White | Senior Fantasy Writer

(11/6/13) In addition to starting pitcher Josh Johnson, who was not extended a qualifying offer, and Munenori Kawasaki, who had his team option declined, Blue Jays starting pitcher Ramon Ortiz and outfielder Rajai Davis have filed for free agency.

Davis had 45 steals in a part-time role in 2013 and has averaged 41.7 steals in three seasons with the team.

Ramon Ortiz begins throwing program

by Jeff Lippman | CBSSports.com

(8/11/13) Blue Jays right-handed pitcher Ramon Ortiz thought his career might be over when he tore up his elbow on June 2 during a game against San Diego. After undergoing surgery at the age of 40, it appeared to be a long shot that Ortiz would make it back to the majors, the National Post reports Sunday.

Ortiz, however, recently started a throwing program at Toronto's spring training complex in Dunedin. He threw off flat ground at a distance of 75 feet Saturday.

While Ortiz will not pitch in a game again this season, he does have high hopes of making it back next year.

Ramon Ortiz will not require surgery

Ortiz was placed on the 60-day DL with a right elbow strain, but he does not have a tear. The Blue Jays have said he's not close to beginning a rehab assignment.

Ramon Ortiz moves to 60-day DL

by Jeff Lippman | CBSSports.com

(6/25/13) Blue Jays pitcher Ramon Ortiz, who is out indefinitely with inflammation in his pitching elbow, has been moved to the 60-day disabled list Tuesday. The move clears room on the 40-man roster for the return of Jose Reyes.

Ramon Ortiz does not have tear in elbow

by Jeff Lippman | CBSSports.com

(6/4/13) An MRI on injured starter Ramon Ortiz, who was placed on the disabled list Tuesday, surprisingly did not reveal a tear, MLB.com reports. That is good news for the Blue Jays.

Ortiz will be re-evaluated when the swelling subsides in his right elbow.